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The American Cornhole Association is the original and official governing body of cornhole. Our mission as the governing body of Cornhole is to be the outlet for all things Cornhole. We teach you how to play, where to play and offer high-quality Cornhole boards and bags reviews made in America.
American Cornhole Association Blog
1M ago
PROFESSIONAL SERIES
The main distinction in professional cornhole bags is that they are made of two different materials, which adds another level of gameplay to the bags.
SYNERGY PRO CORNHOLE BAGS have a fast side and a slow side. The fast side uses a turbo weave fabric to help the bag slide across the board, while the slow side is made of a microsuede material that is softer and causes the bag to stick to the board instead of slide.
By using dual-sided bags, players can be more strategic with their cornhole shots, as they offer more control and precision than traditional duck-cloth canvas ba ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
3M ago
Not sure which boards are right for you? Or even where to start? No worries! Take our quiz below to find which cornhole boards are best for your backyard party, official tournament, or parking lot tailgate.
What was your winner?
Star Professional Cornhole Boards Sig Pro Professional Cornhole Boards Touring Professional Cornhole Boards CP2 Recreational Cornhole Boards Dale Recreational Cornhole Boards KG Recreational Cornhole Boards ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
Do you speak cornhole? Learn some of the most common cornhole lingo with the ABC's of cornhole below:
AIRMAIL
When a player tosses a bag and it goes directly into the hole without touching the cornhole board.
BACKSTOP
A bag that comes to rest directly behind the hole which stops other bags from sliding off the back.
BLOCKER
A bag that comes to rest directly in front of the hole and obstructs another bags from sliding into the hole.
CANCELLATION
The approved scoring method for cornhole games in which each team’s points “cancel” each other out.
CORN-FUSION
When players can’t agree ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
From the original and official governing body of cornhole, a brand-new set of official cornhole rules has arrived.
Introducing ACA Team Match Play Cornhole.
Gather your squad and get ready to build your best cornhole lineup. In this groundbreaking new set of official rules, two teams of eight compete head-to-head to earn match points as they race towards 21.
With a team atmosphere and an exciting final Airmail Shootout round, these new rules will bring a new level of engagement and camaraderie to your next cornhole outing. The team format of th ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
Last month, we traveled to Loveland, Colorado and teamed up with our friends at Tailgating Challenge for a world-record setting event.
Luke Lorick, the creator of Tailgating Challenge, set the first official world record for the longest backward cornhole shot. At 36 feet 7 inches, this is the longest official backward shot to be verified by a professional surveyor, representatives from the American Cornhole Association, and the necessary footage and witnesses present.
Luke approached the ACA several months back and invited us to be a part of this memorable event. As the original an ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
ADVANCED CORNHOLE BASICS | TYPES OF CORNHOLE SHOTS
Learn how to throw different cornhole shots with The American Cornhole Association. Use these tips to help you dominate the game like a pro.
We'll walk you through the following cornhole shots & throws:
The 2 Sides of the cornhole bag
How to throw a flat cornhole bag
Slide
Blocker
Airmail
Push
Roll
Bully
CORNHOLE BAG BASICS DUAL-SIDED CORNHOLE BAGS
Synergy Pro and Synergy Touring Pro cornhole bags are constructed with two different materials that help you make strategic cornhole shots
TURBO ..read more
American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
ADVANCED CORNHOLE BASICS | THE CORNHOLE BOARD
Ready to go beyond the basics of cornhole? Trying to learn how to improve your cornhole game? Learn key tips and tricks for mastering the cornhole board with the American Cornhole Association.
In this post, we'll highlight the 7 different zones of the cornhole board:
No Man’s Land
Path Shot
Parking
High Push
Bully
Danger Zone
Backboard
We’ll also cover the basic strategy behind each zone, the ideal areas for bag placement, and other tips to help you dominate your backyard games like a pro!
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American Cornhole Association Blog
4M ago
HOW TO PLAY CORNHOLE
Learn how to play cornhole with the official rules and regulations set forth by the American Cornhole Association®, the Original and Official Governing Body of Cornhole since 2003.
THE GEAR Cornhole Board Dimensions
The following dimensions and measurements will serve to determine standards and specifications for cornhole boards.
Each cornhole board shall be 47½ to 48 inches in length and 23½ to 24 inches wide, made of smooth plywood that measures at least ½-inch in thickness. ACA sanctioned cornhole tournaments should only be played with wooden cornhole boards, as t ..read more